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Pirate Studios' new initiative will offer emerging artists paid gig opportunities at major festivals

Pirate Studios has launched a new initiative which will generate over 70 paid gig opportunities for emerging artists in 2023.

Pirate Residency 2023: Summer On...

Features

Recognise: Mandidextrous

Mandidextrous electrified the drum & bass scene in 2022 with their turbo-charged speed bass sound, but their story as a pioneering producer and queer figurehead goes back much further. Alongside a thrilling mix for the Recognise series, they speak to Ben Hindle about finding a home in the free party scene, being an EQ50 mentee, and working hard while having fun

To put it plainly, Mandidextrous tracks bang. By their own admission, the Bristol-based DJ and producer has little room for “chill” in their music, and...

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Boomtown bar staff report poor treatment, discrimination and neglect at 2022 festival

This story was updated on 25th August 2022 to include statements from Boomtown concerning Freemans Event Partners and its share sales to Live Nation, SJM Concerts and...

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UK Government urged to support drug testing at festivals to increase safety

The DCMS has issued a report ahead of Britain's "compressed" summer season

The UK Government is being urged to support drug testing at festivals to increase safety following a Digital, Culture, Media and Sport (DCMS) select committee...

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UK summer festivals sell out in record time following lockdown easing roadmap

Festivals including Eastern Electrics, Field Day, Creamfields and Boomtown have all sold out in the past week

Festivals scheduled to take place in England this summer are selling out at a rapid rate following the Government’s announcement of its roadmap out of...

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UK music festivals could be cancelled this month, promoters tell MPs

A hearing took place yesterday (5th)

This year’s UK music festivals could be cancelled before the end of January, promoters have told MPs.

The UK government's Digital, Culture, Media and Sport...

Features

This is the future of festivals, according to festivals

Growth of the festival industry shows no sign of slowing, but the sector faces more issues than ever before. Emissions and waste need urgent attention...

As the festival calendar becomes increasingly saturated, party season never feels too far away. Plans are hatched throughout the year, as WhatsApp groups light up...